{"product_id":"pine-needle-tincture","title":"Pine Needle Tincture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ai-product-title\"\u003eAbout Pine Needle Tincture \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePine, specifically white pine, has a long history of use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by many Indigenous groups in North America—as a food and herb, and for shelter, decoration, and canoes. From the bark, sap, resin, and pine cones to the pollen, leaves, and twigs, just about every part of the white pine has been used. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePines are distinguished from other conifers by their needles.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They are bundled in clusters of 1-6, most commonly 2-5. Many pines have long needles, but there are some varieties with shorter needles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIt’s important to note that not all conifers are considered pines.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While many conifer needles have useful properties similar to that of pine, there are a few that are toxic, such as the yew tree (Deane, n.d.b.). Most true pines are safe to use, with the possible exception of the Ponderosa pine, which should be avoided in pregnancy \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tinctures uses aromatics and botanicals that can include any combination of herbs, roots, bark, fruit, seeds, or flowers and alcohol. You can also use vinegar or glycerin, but alcohol is best because it acts as a universal solvent, so it’s able to extract essential oils from herbs, roots, and mushrooms, as well as most of the other beneficial compounds. It also makes the tinctures last virtually forever. The alcohol is fatal to any microorganisms, so there is little possibility for the tincture to decompose. Using tinctures allows easier and faster absorption of healing plant compounds. This is because it starts absorbing through the stomach wall, or your mouth when taken orally, so rather than being digested, like the rest of the things you drink or eat, the medicinal substances go directly into your bloodstream. Not only that, but the large concentration of medicinal properties you find in a tincture makes them more potent than most remedies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTinctures are created by steeping plants in alcohol,  for weeks before you filter off the plant material. This solvent leaves you with a liquid that contains the active ingredients of the plant, which can be used as medicine. It’s a very powerful remedy that you can usually use without worrying about any side effects. \u003c\/span\u003eThe serum helps to ease stress, protect your heart, and boost energy. It cleanses the toxins from the blood and fights off infection. Get a strong, healthy immune system and face anything without fear today! Gluten free. Vegan. Non GMO. Unfiltered. Unrefined.  Shake well before use. Made in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"h_pt_one\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"accordion-button\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#c_pt_one\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"c_pt_one\" fdprocessedid=\"o3egxg\"\u003eProduct Benefits\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_pt_one\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"h_pt_one\" data-bs-parent=\"#productTabs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-body benefits-accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens immune system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes overall wellness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavonoids high in antioxidants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves toxins from blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Other Uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePine Needle Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine needles are high in vitamin C and have been known in the past to keep scurvy away (Deane, n.d.a.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the best ways to utilize pine needles in this way is to make a refreshing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.growforagecookferment.com\/conifer-needle-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine needle tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Simply pour boiling water over the gently crushed needles and enjoy. Perfect for a chilly day!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Pine Needle Syrup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePine needles are a natural decongestant and expectorant. They are also antiseptic and are great for coughs and congestion (Wood, 2009). Making a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.growforagecookferment.com\/pine-needle-cough-syrup\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine needle syrup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a good way to get the benefits of pine needles while also coating and soothing the throat. It’s easy to make and has a delicious flavor as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Pine Needle Vinegar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaking a pine needle infused vinegar is another wonderful way to use pine needles. Simply chop up pine needles and place them in a glass canning jar, cover completely with vinegar. Make sure to place parchment paper or natural wax paper between lid and the vinegar to thwart corrosion. Macerate for two weeks, strain, and enjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePine Needle Salve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePine needles have some analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that make it perfect for using in salves. They are also antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal (Walker, 2015). Try making this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/wholemadehomestead.com\/natural-headache-relief-peppermint-pine-headache-stick\/#mv-creation-2-jtr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epeppermint pine headache stick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for headache pain, and this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.herbmentor.com\/how-to-make-evergreen-balm\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevergreen lip balm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will keep your lips nourished and protected from the harsh winter weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Pine Needle Cookies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis may come as a bit of a surprise, but pine needles are the perfect addition to fall and winter treats, particularly cookies! These \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/recipe-evergreen-shortbread-cookies-recipes-from-the-kitchn-190843\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine needle shortbread cookies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sound especially tasty. Plus, you still get all the health benefits that pine needles have to offer!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Pine Needle Household Cleaner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use pine needles to make an effective natural household cleaner with a lovely scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA good way to start is to use pine needle infused vinegar with baking soda and castile soap for cleaning projects. Or you can make this homemade pine sol below: recipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for wood surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePine Needle Crafts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeling crafty? There are many different seasonal projects and crafts that can be made using pine needles. Handwoven coiled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/joybileefarm.com\/making-pine-needle-baskets-from-local-materials\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine needle baskets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are traditional and beautiful. Make a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/craftthyme.com\/homemade-evergreen-wreath\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine needle wreath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or these decorative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cowshedworkshop.co.uk\/how-to\/pine-needle-tassels-tutorial-tenterden\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine needle tassels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the holiday season. Perhaps my favorite crafty way to use pine needles are these \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.applegreencottage.com\/diy-nature-paint-brushes-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epaintbrushes made with natural materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8. Pine Needle Mulch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have a lot of pine needles on the ground in your yard, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/theherbalacademy.com\/6-ways-to-fertilize-your-garden-with-herbs\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003euse them in your compost pile or as mulch around your plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are on the acidic side, so if your soil is already acidic you may want to mix the pine needles with some other material to offset that. The best part about using pine needles in the garden is that they are free and usually very easy to come by.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonus: Conifer \u0026amp; Gin Bubbles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a delicious drink that’s a fit for any season of the year? Look no further than this conifer and gin bubbles recipe, perfect for entertaining or enjoying by yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHappy pine needle foraging, and don’t forget to pin this post to your Pinterest boards so you can come back to it again and again!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bs-parent=\"#productTabs\" aria-labelledby=\"h_pt_one\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse show\" id=\"c_pt_one\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-body benefits-accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy exactly should you stop buying Pine Sol and look into more natural alternatives? It all comes down to one nasty little chemical: toluene. Toulene has been linked to birth defects, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy complications, and even certain types of cancer.  And yet it’s still included in tons of cleaners like Pine Sol. It’s also no coincidence these products are advertised towards women who bear the front of these physical\/health complications. Do you really want to still be cleaning with this product?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-body benefits-accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy exactly should you stop buying Pine Sol and look into more natural alternatives? It all comes down to one nasty little chemical: toluene. Toulene has been linked to birth defects, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy complications, and even certain types of cancer.  And yet it’s still included in tons of cleaners like Pine Sol. It’s also no coincidence these products are advertised towards women who bear the front of these physical\/health complications. Do you really want to still be cleaning with this product?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-skm-boomerang-el-3=\"processed\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinegar is a natural disinfectant and cleaner. You can easily make an all-purpose cleaner using a combination of vinegar and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaking soda is another natural cleaner. It’s great for getting rust off of faucets or cleaning stoves that are loaded with food and spills from preparing dinner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential oils are your best friend when it comes to making your own cleaners! Make your home cleaner smell like Pine Sol by adding a few drops of essential pine oil to your homemade concoction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastile Soap is a natural cleaner for toilets, showers, and other porcelain surfaces. It’s also great for wood surfaces, making it a prime Pine Sole ingredient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Homemade Pine Sol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make a toxin-free Pine Sol at home for a fraction of the cost, try this recipe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon unscented liquid castile soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 cups warm water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 to 15 drops pine essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprig of rosemary (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"ai-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_pt_one\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"h_pt_one\" data-bs-parent=\"#productTabs\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"House Of Flava","offers":[{"title":"2oz","offer_id":50098243633444,"sku":"Htinct-T100","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/0115\/7668\/files\/burdockroot2_0e4b0e9b-74c4-465d-a1ef-d3b47f1b859a.jpg?v=1731170915","url":"https:\/\/houseofflava.net\/products\/pine-needle-tincture","provider":"House Of Flava ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}